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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Josh Grundy #4560 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance Throughout the Race Josh Grundy, competing in the 2025 Phoenix Marathon Half Marathon, delivered a steady performance across all 13.1 miles. His average pace of 5:37 min/mile reflects a disciplined approach to maintaining speed. Of particular note was the fluctuation between splits, with a strong showing in mile 9 at a 5:24 min/mile pace. Other mile splits peaked at 5:50 during mile 10, suggesting a temporary drop in pace. Such variation could be an area for targeted pacing in future races to sustain momentum. Grundy's consistent effort earned him a 15th place overall finish, and he ranked 3rd in his M30-34 division among 2723 total participants. Notably, he achieved a momentary surge to 1st place in division during the 6th mile. Future focus could be on strategies to maintain this level throughout the race, as his performance briefly dropped following this section. Still, maintaining a top-three division placement showcases his competitive strength.